Cranberry Citrus Rosemary Garnish (Print View)
Fresh cranberries, orange zest, and rosemary combined for a bright, easy-to-make garnish enhancing drink presentation.
# What You'll Need:
→ Cranberry Mix
01 - 16 fresh cranberries
02 - 4 thin strips orange zest (approximately 2 inches each)
03 - 4 small sprigs fresh rosemary
→ Syrup (optional)
04 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
05 - 2 tablespoons water
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 - If using syrup, combine sugar and water in a small saucepan. Heat gently while stirring until sugar dissolves completely. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
02 - Slide 4 cranberries onto a cocktail pick or small skewer, alternating with a folded strip of orange zest in an accordion style.
03 - Insert a small sprig of fresh rosemary at the end of each skewer to enhance aroma and presentation.
04 - Lightly brush the assembled skewers with the cooled syrup to achieve a glossy finish.
05 - Place the garnish across the rim of the drink glass or drop it inside prior to serving.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Takes less than ten minutes but makes every drink look like it came from a craft cocktail bar.
- The rosemary releases a subtle piney scent every time someone lifts their glass.
- You can make a dozen at once and keep them ready in the fridge for last minute guests.
02 -
- If you skip letting the syrup cool, it will warm the cranberries and they can split or soften too quickly.
- Threading the zest accordion style instead of leaving it flat makes it easier to see and adds movement to the garnish.
03 -
- If a cranberry splits while youre threading it, toss it and grab a new one, torn berries leak juice and look messy in the glass.
- Warming the sugar syrup just until the grains dissolve, not to a full boil, keeps it from becoming too thick or candy like.